Vikes Giving Day 2026 – Thank You!

On February 4th, the Vikes community—alumni, fans, student‑athletes, families, and supporters like you—came together to create extraordinary impact.

Together, we raised $378,422 from 856 donations.

As a community, we’re making history, strengthening every Vikes program and setting the stage for a richer, more inclusive student‑athlete experience.

Your generosity helps provide top‑tier equipment, diverse competitive opportunities, and an environment that continues to make UVic a destination of choice for student‑athletes across the country. Check out how much your team or club raised below.

Still want to support your favourite teams and clubs?

It’s not too late to make a difference! Make a donation here to support Vikes student-athletes as they reach their highest academic potential. Also stay on the lookout for the Vikes Impact Report in the spring, where we share what all the teams and clubs have accomplished with your support.

Women’s Rowing – $132,949 Raised

The Vikes women’s rowing program continues to set the standard nationally, powered by your generous support. Your gift funds team travel for training camps and competitions, launches fundraising for a new 8+ shell to upgrade our fleet, and supports coaching development—including compensation for assistant coaches—to maintain a world‑class training environment.

Men’s Rowing – $68,291 Raised

Your support strengthens the Vikes men’s rowing program by funding honorariums for assistant coaches, expanding the race calendar to provide more competitive opportunities, and contributing to the replacement of a 2012 lightweight coxed four for CURCs. These investments enhance athlete development and reinforce the student‑athlete‑driven culture that defines our program.

Men’s Rugby – $29,315 Raised

Touring is a cornerstone of Vikes men’s rugby, and your support helps fund the team’s February 2026 Portugal tour—covering travel costs, ensuring accessibility for all players, and building a foundation for future international competition. These experiences foster team cohesion, deepen cultural exchange, and accelerate competitive growth.

Women’s Soccer – $25,845 Raised

Your support strengthens the Vikes women’s soccer program by funding essential preseason travel and enabling the team’s participation in the Mia Gunter Memorial Special Olympics Tournament—an experience that enhances competitive preparation while deepening community engagement. These opportunities help our athletes grow, connect, and perform at their best on and off the field.

Women’s Field Hockey – $26,993 Raised

Thanks to your generosity, the Vikes women’s field hockey team will embark on an August 2026 pre‑season trip to Germany and Holland—an opportunity that offsets travel and accommodation costs, provides world‑class training with top club coaches, and exposes athletes to international competition and learning at the highest level.

Golf – $16,980 Raised

Your support helps Vikes golf sustain NAIA competition by covering essential travel and participation costs, funding a full‑time assistant travel coach, and reducing out‑of‑pocket expenses for student‑athletes. These investments ensure access to top‑tier competition across North America and strengthen our ability to recruit elite Canadian talent.

Men’s Soccer – $13,680 Raised

Your contribution to Vikes men’s soccer funds out‑of‑season competitive travel—covering post‑season trip expenses for spring 2026, providing opportunities to face top NCAA opponents, and supporting the recruitment and development of top soccer talent. These experiences are essential for growth and maintaining our competitive standard.

Women’s Rugby – $11,455 Raised

Your support helps the Vikes women’s rugby team build on its national success by offsetting travel and accommodation costs for the team’s upcoming international tour. This ensures all athletes can participate in a transformative experience that strengthens team culture, fosters global exposure, and contributes to competitive growth.

Swimming – $12,579 Raised

Your gift strengthens Vikes swimming by providing reliable compensation for assistant coaches, supporting ongoing technical coaching and mentorship, and offsetting travel costs for athletes competing at elite high‑performance meets. These opportunities help bridge the gap between national‑level and world‑class performance.

Women’s Basketball – $9,855 Raised

Your generosity supports the Five‑for‑Five program, enhancing leadership pathways for women in coaching, funding assistant coach positions, and expanding youth programming to inspire the next generation of athletes. These investments strengthen the legacy and community impact of Vikes women’s basketball.

Cross Country & Track – $3,955 Raised

Your support gives Vikes cross country and track athletes access to premier competition opportunities—funding travel for the outdoor season, providing exposure to international‑level meets, and creating experiences that drive athlete development, peak performance, and recruitment success.

Men’s Basketball – $630 Raised

The Vikes men’s basketball team strives for excellence in Canada West and U SPORTS, delivering a transformational student‑athlete experience both academically and athletically. Your support helps sustain a high‑performance environment and provides personalized development for every athlete, ensuring UVic remains a destination of choice for top recruits.

Sports Injury Clinic – $425 Raised

Your support for our world‑class Sports Injury Clinic directly enhances the care Vikes student‑athletes receive to prevent injuries, optimize performance, and recover quickly.

Clubs – Giving Day Results

From competitive leagues to student‑run communities, Vikes clubs continue to grow, achieve, and create welcoming spaces for athletes of all backgrounds. This year, supporters strengthened a wide range of programs, including the Women’s Volleyball Club ($5,935), Women’s Softball Club ($3,025), Vikes Coastal Rowing ($2,850), Tennis Club ($2,650), Sailing Club ($2,350), Men’s Field Hockey ($1,175), Men’s Ultimate ($1,125), Dance Club ($1,100), Cycling Club ($760), Women’s Ultimate ($685), UVic Triathlon Club ($325), UVic Cheer Squad ($225), UVic Ballroom Club ($100), UVic Artistic Swimming Club ($100), and UVic Ice Hockey ($50). Your generosity helps athletes train, travel, compete, host events, and build supportive communities—whether placing at national championships, racing across the Pacific Northwest, developing new programs like coastal rowing, or sustaining inclusive sport environments on campus.

Your contributions also reduced financial barriers, supported coaching and equipment needs, funded travel for tournaments and regattas, and bolstered student‑led programming that enriches campus life. From helping the Volleyball Club excel in PIVA competition, to supporting Sailing’s fleet maintenance and lesson subsidies, to enabling Ultimate athletes to compete against top U.S. college programs, donor support ensures these clubs remain accessible, competitive, and community‑driven. Thanks to you, Vikes clubs continue to thrive and provide meaningful athletic opportunities for students across campus.